
Australian natural wonders under UNESCO spotlight
Australia is home to some of the most pristine environment on Earth, but two of its most high-profile protected areas face threats to their status as World Heritage Sites at a UNESCO meeting starting Sunday in Doha. ... more
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Media watchdog urges Jordan king to reform anti-terror law
Media watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF) on Monday urged Jordan's King Abdullah II to reform the country's "repressive" anti-terrorism law, saying recent amendments to the legislation are "disturbing." ... more
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Iran supends cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog
Rocket Lab clears key design milestone for SDA low Earth orbit constellation
US halting some shipments of military aid to Ukraine
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Moderate quakes hit near Japan's Fukushima
Two moderate earthquakes struck off Japan's eastern coast near Fukushima early Monday, the US Geological Survey said, but officials said there was no immediate risk to the stricken power plant. ... more
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Inca trails, ancient French cave vie for World Heritage status
Inca trails spanning six countries and a French cave with some of the earliest known paintings are among the sites expected to get World Heritage status at a UNESCO meeting that started Sunday in Doha. ... more
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Police arrest 21 in Hong Kong new town protest
Police used pepper spray to scatter protesters at Hong Kong's government headquarters in an angry rally against plans for a new town development, with 21 arrested, officials said Saturday. ... more
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Great white sharks plentiful off US west coast
Great white sharks are likely rising in numbers off the coast of California and are not at risk of extinction despite some reports to the contrary, US researchers said Monday. ... more
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With China as guest, G77 summit seeks new development pledges
Leaders of developing nations plus China meet here Saturday to draft a global anti-poverty agenda at a summit that also showcases Latin America's burgeoning relationship with the Asian giant. ... more
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